- 8
A Kuba runner, East Caucasus
Estimate
3,000 - 4,000 GBP
bidding is closed
Description
- Wool, pile
- approximately 348 by 117cm; 11ft. 5in., 3ft. 10in.
illegible inscription in the upper right hand border
Condition
Overall measurements: 117cm across the top, 114cm across the bottom, 336cm along left side, 348cm along right side
Pile overall fair, closely sheared, approximately 2mm with oxidisation to the walnuts and the blacks, repair to upper left hand edge of outer guard stripe and left hand corner, lower reciprocal outermost minor guard stripe mainly rewoven, replaced side cords
"In response to your inquiry, we are pleased to provide you with a general report of the condition of the property described above. Since we are not professional conservators or restorers, we urge you to consult with a restorer or conservator of your choice who will be better able to provide a detailed, professional report. Prospective buyers should inspect each lot to satisfy themselves as to condition and must understand that any statement made by Sotheby's is merely a subjective, qualified opinion. Prospective buyers should also refer to any Important Notices regarding this sale, which are printed in the Sale Catalogue.
NOTWITHSTANDING THIS REPORT OR ANY DISCUSSIONS CONCERNING A LOT, ALL LOTS ARE OFFERED AND SOLD AS IS" IN ACCORDANCE WITH THE CONDITIONS OF BUSINESS PRINTED IN THE SALE CATALOGUE."
"In response to your inquiry, we are pleased to provide you with a general report of the condition of the property described above. Since we are not professional conservators or restorers, we urge you to consult with a restorer or conservator of your choice who will be better able to provide a detailed, professional report. Prospective buyers should inspect each lot to satisfy themselves as to condition and must understand that any statement made by Sotheby's is merely a subjective, qualified opinion. Prospective buyers should also refer to any Important Notices regarding this sale, which are printed in the Sale Catalogue.
NOTWITHSTANDING THIS REPORT OR ANY DISCUSSIONS CONCERNING A LOT, ALL LOTS ARE OFFERED AND SOLD AS IS" IN ACCORDANCE WITH THE CONDITIONS OF BUSINESS PRINTED IN THE SALE CATALOGUE."
Catalogue Note
For a related example see Herrmann, E., Kaukasische Teppichkunst Im 19. Jahrhundert - ein Bilderbuch, Germany, 1993, pl.1